Brief Description of the Job: Develop, prepare, and present wildlife education and conservation programs to all age groups both on and off Zoo grounds. Demonstrate/possess comprehensive classroom management skills. Communicate frequently with parents, schools, zoo guests, and volunteers. Present education animals in an informative manner. Participate in animal training in conjunction with the zoo keeper assigned to education animal care. Operant conditioning techniques will be implemented with supportive documentation. Work may include evenings and/or weekend days. Also responsible for learning and operating sophisticated software programs and hardware including distance learning video-conferencing equipment, interactive displays, email, social media, computer communication, and other electronic equipment. Assist in the development and training with instructional manuals for docents, interns and volunteers in the education department. Responsible for scheduling programs, data entry, and correspondence. Assist in the organization of most special events including education special events such as Party for the Planet or Endangered Species Days, and events with school district. May serve as a lead for certain programs and cross-trained in all areas. Programs include, but are not limited to home school, distance learning, family programs, zoo-mobiles, overnights, Nature Play initiative, or birthday parties.

Job Duties

Essential Functions: Teach Classes (40%): Prepare the classroom or vehicle to be used. Move animals to the desired location (either classroom or vehicle). Present animals in an informative way to the students. Present wildlife education and conservation programs to all age groups both on and off Zoo grounds, as well as, comprehensive classroom management skills.

Plan & Develop Programs (20%): Research, plan, and develop program options that are currently being implemented in other institutions for application at the Greenville Zoo. Create schedules and topics for each class taught. Plan crafts, scavenger hunts, or other activities for the class or event. Purchase materials needed for the class. Evaluate existing programs and update as necessary to remain valid and effective.

Building Upkeep (5%): Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the zoo education classrooms, offices, and other areas related to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Train Animals (5%): Maintain training logs and training plan for the animals in concert with the Greenville Zoo`s Operant Conditioning Plan while working closely with the education animal care keeper. Work with animals concerning operant condition techniques.

Experience: Over one year of experience in working with children is required.

Driver`s License Required: Class D South Carolina license.

Certifications and Other Requirements: None.

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